Bobcat Families,

This Friday is our Hispanic Heritage Spirit Day at Bale Elementary!
Show your Bobcat Pride by dressing up and celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities.

Parents, you are warmly invited to attend our Hispanic Heritage Parade from 7:45–8:00 a.m.

Let’s come together as one team to honor and learn from this vibrant heritage.
5 days ago, Shannon Smith
Hispanic Heritage Flyer (English)
Hispanic Heritage Flyer (Spanish)

Bale Bobcats,

It's time to show your school spirit! T-shirts and sweatshirts are on sale until September 30th. All items must be purchased online at https://lrsd1.schoolcashonline.com/. No refunds or exchanges.

10 days ago, Shannon Smith
T-Shirt Flyer (Spanish)
T-Shirt Flyer (English)

Bobcat Families,

Don't forget to join us on Friday, September 19th for Parent Conference Day! Remember there is no school for students. Please contact your child's teacher to schedule a conference time.

12 days ago, Shannon Smith
Conference Day 2025 Flyer (English)
Conference Day 2025 Flyer (Spanish)
Save the date...Picture Day is September 30th.
14 days ago, Shannon Smith
Picture Day-Sept. 30th
Dear Bale Families,
Parent-Teacher Conferences are this Friday, September 19, from 12:00–6:00 PM. This is a great time to review your child’s progress and celebrate growth.

Please schedule your appointment with your child's teacher. Thank you for partnering with us----We all Make a Difference!

15 days ago, Shannon Smith
Conference Day 2025 Flyer (English)
Conference Day 2025 Flyer (Spanish)
Don't forget to join us at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 11th for Open House. Attend for a chance to win gift cards and door prizes!
19 days ago, Shannon Smith
Open House Flyer (English)
Open House Flyer (Spanish)
☕✨ Java with Jermall kicks off this week! Join LRSD Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright on this Wednesday at Southwest High between 7:45 and 8:45 a.m. for coffee, refreshments, and great conversation with parents, staff, and community members. Can’t make it this time? Mark your calendar for October 8 at Mann Magnet Middle and November 12 at Terry Elementary. 💙 Everyone is invited!
22 days ago, LRSD
Blue and white flyer with images of iced coffee, latte, and cappuccino. Title at the top: “Join Us For ‘Java with Jermall.’” Text reads: “Join LRSD Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright and enjoy refreshments. Meet fellow parents and community members. Drop by between 7:45 a.m. and 8:45 a.m.” Event dates and locations listed in boxes: September 10, Southwest High, 9715 Mabelvale Pike; October 8, Mann Magnet Middle, 1000 East Roosevelt Road; November 12, Terry Elementary, 10800 Mara Lynn Drive. Banner at the bottom says: “Everyone is invited!” Small print: “Supported by ESEA/ESSA Title 1 Parent and Family Engagement.” Bottom right corner features the Little Rock School District logo with torch and book symbol.
Join us for our Back-to-School Open House on Thursday, September 11th at 5:30-6:30 p.m. Attend for a chance to win gift cards and door prizes!
26 days ago, Shannon Smith
Open House Flyer (English)
Open House Flyer (Spanish)
Bale Book Fair is coming soon. More information to come.
about 1 month ago, Tajuana Glason
Picture of Kids message says Book Fair Dates 9/5-9/12
Good morning Bobcat Families,

Just a few reminders as we begin week 2:
1. School opens at 7:05 a.m. Breakfast begins at 7:05 a.m. and ends at 7:35 a.m.
2. Students are tardy at 7:45 a.m. This week, we will begin getting tardy slips. Please come inside and check-in your students after 7:45 a.m.
3. Early checkout ends at 2:00 p.m. Don't forget that you will need your license to use our visitor management system to checkout your child beginning today.
4. Students should be dressed in their uniform each day.
5. Thank you for your patience during dismissal and for following our dismissal procedures. Remember if there is a change to how your child will be getting home, please call the office at 501-447-3600.

Let's have a great week!
about 1 month ago, Shannon Smith
Reminder

Good afternoon,

📣 Thank You, Bale Families!

We’ve had an amazing first two days! 💙 Thank you for:
✅ Sending students in uniform
✅ Getting them to school on time
✅ Bringing positive energy to start the year!

🚗 Dismissal Reminders

Car Riders: Please stay in your car—staff will bring your child to you. Keep your car tag visible. No parking along the street—it blocks buses & traffic.

Walkers: Students will be escorted to the crosswalk. Please wait across the street—no pick-up at the front entrance.

Please review the attached letter detailing our dismissal procedures. Dismissal Letter
💡 Let’s keep dismissal safe, smooth, and respectful for everyone. Patience goes a long way—thank you for working with us!

#BobcatPride #BetterTogether

about 2 months ago, Shannon Smith
Attention Please

📣 First Day of School is Almost Here! 🎉

We can’t wait to welcome our Bobcats back tomorrow! 🐾

✅ School opens at 7:05 a.m. — please arrive on time and ready to learn.

✅ If you have not checked your student in, please stop by the office before heading to your new classroom.
✅ Don’t forget your school uniform so we can start the year looking sharp!
🚗 Dismissal Reminder: Please stay in your car — our staff will escort students to you. This keeps the line moving and our Bobcats safe.
💛 Bring your patience — the first day always takes a little extra time as we ensure every child gets home safely.

Let’s make it a safe, smooth, and amazing start to the year! 🌟

#BobcatPride #FirstDayReady #SafeandSound #LRSD

about 2 months ago, Shannon Smith
First Day Picture
Good morning Bobcat Families,

Don't forget to join us for Day 2 of LRSD Check-In from 10-7 p.m. today!
2 months ago, Shannon Smith
Check-In Flyer (English)
Check-In Flyer (Spanish)
Good morning Bobcat Families,

Don't forget to join us for LRSD Check-In from 10-7 p.m. today!
2 months ago, Shannon Smith
Check-In Flyer (English)
Check-In Flyer (Spanish)

🔥 Calling all LRSD dads and father-figures! Help kick off the school year in style by snapping a photo with your student on the first day of school, August 11. Upload your photo to LRSD’s contest page for a chance to win big! The top 50 entries will enjoy lunch with Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright, and the top vote-getter will win dinner for six at the restaurant. 🍣🔥 Voting runs August 13–19. Let’s rock this school year, LRSD dads! 🎸

2 months ago, LRSD
Flyer titled "LRSD Dads and Father-Figures Rock N Rollin' Into the New School Year," sponsored by Rock N Roll Sushi. A red electric guitar stretches across the top.  Text on the left reads: "LRSD Dads and Father-Figures: Take your child to school on the first day!" Red arrow with white text says "August 11 – First Day of School Only – Enter" Another red arrow with white text says "August 13 to August 19 – Vote"  How it works:  Dads and father-figures: Snap a photo of you with your current LRSD student or students on the first day of school. (Dads of all LRSD students)  Upload your photo to LRSD’s Facebook photo contest page on August 11: www dot LRSD dot org slash 2025 dash dads  Invite your Facebook friends to vote for your photo between August 13 and August 19  Text on the right reads: "50 lucky dads and father-figures will enjoy hibachi and sushi lunch with Dr. Jermall Wright, and the top vote-getter will enjoy dinner for 6 at a Rock N Roll Sushi restaurant."  Images include sushi and a collage of past con
Volante titulado “Papás y Figuras Paternas de LRSD Rock N Rollin’ Hacia el Nuevo Año Escolar”, patrocinado por Rock N Roll Sushi. Una guitarra eléctrica roja cruza la parte superior del volante.  Texto a la izquierda: “Papás y figuras paternas de LRSD: ¡Lleve a su hijo a la escuela el primer día!” Flecha roja con texto blanco: “11 de agosto – Solo el primer día de clases – Entrar” Otra flecha roja con texto blanco: “13 de agosto al 19 de agosto – Votar”  Cómo funciona: Número uno: Papás y figuras paternas: tomen una foto suya con sus estudiantes actuales de LRSD el primer día de clases. (Papás de todos los estudiantes de LRSD). Número dos: Suba su foto a la página del concurso de fotografía de Facebook de LRSD el 11 de agosto: www punto LRSD punto org diagonal 2025 guion dads Número tres: Invite a sus amigos de Facebook a votar por su foto entre el 13 y el 19 de agosto.  Texto a la derecha: "50 papás (y figuras paternas) afortunados disfrutarán de un almuerzo de hibachi y sushi con el Dr. Jermall Wright, y el que obtenga más votos disfrutará de una cena para 6 personas en un restaurante Rock N Roll Sushi.”  Imágenes incluyen sushi y un collage de fotos de papás y estudiantes del concurso en años anteriores.  Esquina inferior derecha: “Visita nuestro sitio web para más detalles: LRSD punto org”  Texto pequeño al final: *Las fechas y bases del concurso están sujetas a cambios. Al participar, aceptas que tus fotos podrían usarse en material de marketing de LRSD.
Bobcat Families,
Don't forget to join us on July 30th, July 31st, or Aug. 1st to check-in your student for the 2025-2026 school year. All students must check-in. Please make note of the updated times for each day. #LRSD
2 months ago, Shannon Smith
2025-2026 Check-In (English)
2025-2026 Check-In (Spanish)
UPDATE: Please review/comment on Proposed LRSD School Board Zone Map Option 4: https://lrsd.mydistricting.com/comments/plan/14/31.
Zones 1 & 7 are switched; slight changes have been made to Zones 4 & 6.
School attendance zones are NOT affected. Thanks for your support!
2 months ago, LRSD
Proposed School Board Election Zone Map - Zone 1, Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
📚✏️ Get ready to save, LRSD families! The Arkansas Sales Tax Holiday kicks off at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, August 2, 2025, and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 3, 2025. During this time, you can purchase school supplies, clothing, instructional materials, and even electronics — tax free! 🛍️📅 Mark your calendars and stock up for back-to-school!
2 months ago, LRSD
Graphic promoting Arkansas Sales Tax Holiday for back-to-school shopping. Text reads: "BACK TO SCHOOL Arkansas Sales Tax Holiday Begins: 12:01 A.M. on August 2, 2025 Ends: 11:59 P.M. on August 3, 2025"  Includes the Little Rock School District logo and an image of a shopping cart filled with school supplies like binders, markers, pens, folders, and crayons.
Bobcat Families,
Join us on July 30th, July 31st, or Aug. 1st to check-in your student for the 2025-2026 school year. #LRSD
3 months ago, Shannon Smith
Check-In (English)
Check-In (Spanish)
📢 Reminder: All schools and offices in the Little Rock School District will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. We wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend as we honor those who have served our country. ❤️🤍💙 #MemorialDay #ReimaginingLRSD
4 months ago, LRSD
Remember and Honor. Memorial Day. Schools and Offices Closed. Monday, May 26, 2025